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| Manningtree | Building: Mistley Maltings (Malting No1) Listed status: Listed Grade II, in a Conservation Area |
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Former use: Of medieval origin, the village of Mistley developed principally during the eighteenth century to encourage the establishment of a spa town. This project failed but, with its proximity to the river, the area gradually developed in the nineteenth century as a centre for the malting industry with several maltings buildings and related domestic architecture. Changes in working practices in the industry have resulted in the abandonment or partial demolition of several of the maltings buildings. Malting No 2 retains its original use and Malting No 1 is partly occupied by the Mistley Quay and Forwarding, a subsidiary of Trent Wharfage who own the building. It stands amongst a series of buildings located between the quay and the High Street. Terraced onto the riverbank, it provides spectacular views over the River Stour and is only a few minutes walk from the railway station for Harwich and London. |
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New use: HRH the Prince of Wales visited the Maltings in May 1997 to help establish a local partnership - the Mistley Action Team - to promote the sustainable regeneration of this important building. The partnership includes local businesses, residents, Essex County Council, Tendring District Council, English Heritage and Regeneration Through Heritage. English Heritage has approved a Conservation Area partnership of £70,000 annually to enhance the historic core of Mistley. The Quayside Maltings has been chosen to herald the start of the regeneration scheme and act as a catalyst for the surrounding area. |
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